- Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
- Phlebotomy certification
- Previous completion of the HCA Care Certificate - as detailed within GP Mythbuster No 57 - HCAs in General Practice
- Vaccination certification
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- ECGs
- Venepuncture
- New patient medicals, including height, weight, BP, pulse
- Chaperone procedure
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Effective time management (planning and organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- EMIS/SystmOne/Vision user skills
Healthcare Assistant - Oswestry, United Kingdom - Knockin Medical Centre
2 weeks ago
Description
Job summary
Knockin Medical Centre is a rural practice with a diverse population of 4000 patient spanning North Shropshire with a small number in Wales.
We recently ranked second in the West Midlands in a patient satisfaction survey. We provide 15minute appointments and our small size lends itself to improved patient continuity. Our administrative team are friendly and supportive to patients and clinicians which improves the quality of care provided. Our aim is to quickly adapt systems to evolve to the ever-changing landscape of healthcare, but fundamentally retaining a personal service to patients.
We will provide clinical and pastoral support, social opportunities, mentorship and learning opportunities to help integration into our team. We are close to the A5 and there is a private car park available to staff. Salary competitive, with an excellent work / life balance.
Main duties of the job
Tosupport the practice nursing and administrative teams in the delivery ofclinical and administrative services, delivering care within their scope ofpractice to the entitled patient population. Continuing professional development opportunities and regular practice meetings.
About us
Knockin presently has 2 GP Partners and 1 Salaried GP. With a steadily increasing list size, we are looking to add to our Nursing team. There is a lead nurse, one further registered nurse and one Health Care Assistant in post. As part of the Shrewsbury Primary Care Network (rural) we are also supported by a social prescriber, clinical pharmacist and a first point of contact physiotherapist as well as a visiting paramedic service and Winter Illness Centre.
We are a well-established team with a low turnover of staff. We welcome prospective applicants in for an informal chat with the clinical team, admin team, and a tour of the Practice.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
Please see attached document for full Job Description
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Undertake new patient health checks
Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes
Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accurately
Facilitate routine home BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
Undertake venepuncture
When trained, administer flu vaccinationsCarry out ECGs as requested
Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
Monitor and record fridge temperatures in line with the organisations Cold Chain Policy
Attend monthly clinical meetings
Person SpecificationQualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Clinical Knowledge & Skills
Essential
Desirable